Through the Generations: TLB Trading
Chinatown storefronts can hold decades of history. Our 'Through the Generations' story series explores deep familial ties that keep the neighborhood going.
TLB Trading is located on 153 E Broadway and sells home and restaurant supplies, dried Asian specialties, and fresh groceries. Read on to learn more about the Lin siblings’ family story.
Through the Generations: Victoria Lee, Co-founder of Welcome to Chinatown
Chinatown storefronts can hold decades of history. Our 'Through the Generations' story series explores deep familial ties that keep the neighborhood going.
Victoria Lee is the co-founder of Welcome to Chinatown. Read on to learn more about her family story.
Behind the Scenes: Made in Chinatown x Wo Hop
Opened in 1938, Wo Hop is the second oldest restaurant in Chinatown. Its second location, Wo Hop Next Door, opened in 1976. Together, they form a vital part of Chinatown, serving Chinese American classics to residents and tourists alike.
The collection uses the notorious “Chinese font,” which gained traction in the 19th century when Chinese immigrants started opening Chinese restaurants. Read more about Jasco Chan’s design inspiration.